Month: November 2006

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Herbs & Plants (Spices)

Mustard

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This sandwich spread will surprise you with its many uses.

Soothe an aching back

Take a bath in yellow mustard to relieve an aching back or arthritis pain. Simply pour a regular 6- to 8-ounce (175- to 240-milliliter) bottle of mustard into the hot water as the tub fills. Mix well and soak yourself for 15 minutes. If you don’t have time for a bath, you can rub some mustard directly on the affected areas. Use only mild yellow mustard and make sure to apply it to a small test area first. Undiluted mustard may irritate your skin.Relax stiff muscles

Next time you take a bath in Epsom salt, throw in a few tablespoons yellow mustard too. The mustard will enhance the soothing effects of the Epsom salt and also help to relax stiff, sore muscles.Relieve congestion

Relieve congestion with a mustard plaster just like Grandma used to make. Rub your chest with prepared mustard, soak a washcloth in hot water, wring it out, and place it over the mustard.Make a facial mask

Pat your face with mild yellow mustard for a bracing facial that will soothe and stimulate your skin. Try it on a small test area first to make sure it will not be irritating.Remove skunk smell from car

You didn’t see the skunk in the road until it was too late, and now your car exudes that foul aroma. Use mustard powder to get rid of those awful skunk odors. Pour 1 cup dry mustard into a bucket of warm water, mix well, and splash it on the tires, wheels, and underbody of the car. Your passengers will thank you.Remove odor from bottles

You’ve got some nice bottles you’d like to keep, but after washing them, they still smell like whatever came in them. Mustard is a sure way to kill the smell. After washing, just squirt a little mustard into the bottle, fill with warm water, and shake it up. Rinse well, and the smell will be gone.

.Taken From:Extraordinary Uses For Ordinary Things

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News on Health & Science

Low carb, low fat diets pose same heart risk

BOSTON: Low carbohydrate diets like the popular Atkins plan are no more likely to either cause heart disease, or prevent it, than a typical low-fat diet, a new study shows. Indeed the rate of heart disease among women who follow a low carbohydrate diet is no higher than it is among women who eat foods that are low in fat and high in carbohydrates, researchers at Harvard School of Public Health found.

The study, which tracked 83,000 female nurses, was published in this week’s New England Journal of Medicine.

“It’s not that the two diets are equally good,” Harvard’s Thomas Halton said. “In fact, they’re both equally bad,” he said adding, “This is definitely an eye-opening study and it goes against a lot of what people think is common wisdom for nutrition.”

Some previous studies have shown that the Atkins diet, which is low in carbohydrates and high in fat and protein, increased the risk of heart disease.

The only diet that reduces the risk of the disease — and does so dramatically — is one where the fat and protein come from vegetable sources, the researchers found.

Women who showed a much lower rate of heart attacks tended to get their protein from beans, legumes, oatmeal, whole grain, tofu and brown rice, and their fat from nuts, olive oil and canola oil.

“They had a 30% reduction in the risk of heart disease over 20 years, which I find shocking,” Halton said. “You can get the positives of the low-fat diet and the positives of the low-carb diet, and none of the negatives.”

The reason that vegetable sources of protein and fat are so beneficial, he said, is that those foods produce a gradual increase in the blood sugar, not the rapid spikes generated by low-fat foods that are high in high in sugar.

“The way Americans are going low-fat is very unhealthy,” Halton said. “They have a very high glycemic load. They’re taking sugar. They’re taking white bread. They’re taking white rice and pasta. That certainly isn’t the answer.”

Although the study tracked female nurses, “the pathology of heart disease is not all that different in men and women,” Halton said.

Source:The Times Of India
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News on Health & Science

How Soft Drinks Damage Your Liver

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The results of animal experiments announced at the annual meeting of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases has lent credence to the belief that sugary soft drinks play a role in the development of liver disease.

The effect of sugar-sweetened water was tested on the livers of mice. Another group was fed artificially sweetened water as a comparison.

Examination of the livers of the mice showed an increased incidence of fatty liver disease, especially among mice who were given the type of sugar called fructose.

High fructose consumption may be directly toxic to the liver, as well as causing damage through over-feeding.

There is an increasing prevalence of liver disease in the United States, and the increased consumption of high fructose corn syrup in foods such as soft drinks may be partly to blame.

American Association For Study Of Liver Diseases :October 27, 2006

Scientific Americans :November 1, 2006

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Healthy Tips

Tips To Get Rid Of Cramps,Leg Pain & Over Exhaustion

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CRAMPS IN THE CALF MUSCLES WHILE ASLEEP

We get cramps because the affected muscles suddenly become taut and strained, causing severe pain. This usually happens

because of over-exertion or dehydration. When there is a shortage of fluids in the body, there is a very high chance of our

body being short of useful electrolytes such as sodium, potassium and calcium. Electrolytes help our muscles to remain

supple, relaxed and function properly.

Here are a few simple steps to ease a cramp. First, try and relax the affected muscles. If necessary, apply ice on the

affected muscles to enable better blood circulation. Ice relieves pain and is anti-inflammatory. If a cold compress is

uncomfortable, try a hot compress instead. Next, stretch the muscles gently and gradually, but without overstretching.

Massage the area gently, ensuring that the movement is towards the heart.

For cramps in the calf muscles, stand about three feet away from the wall or a cupboard, with knees locked and heels firmly

on the floor. Lean towards the wall or cupboard, using your hands for support. You will feel the stretch in your calf

muscles, which you should hold for a while. Repeat this procedure a few times.

Keep an eye on your daily fluid and salt intake and do something to make the leg muscles work. Also, take the suggestion of a

doctor or a dietician on how to ensure a perfect electrolytic balance.

PAIN IN THE LEG DUE TO LONG TIME STANDING

Our legs support the weight of our bodies for a significant period of time every day. In some situations, we have to spend a lot of time standing, which causes strain on our legs. Even professionally, quite a few job profiles require people to stand throughout the day. Anyway, first and foremost, check with your doctor to see whether you have developed varicose veins. Or

Try to explore alternative postures to standing while you are working. If this is not feasible, common sense will help you decide what to do in order to relieve the strain. Your legs need regular exercise and quality rest so that the muscles can work properly. Massage is an additional help, but the direction of massage should be towards the heart and with an attempt to squeeze the blood flow through the legs upwards. Evenings are better for massage, because the legs may be tired by then.

Among yogasanas, you must practice toe bending, ankle bending, and rotating ankle,
rotating both ankles, pada hastasana (toe touching after checking with your doctor) and pada sanchalanasana (yogic cycling) regularly will help improve the pranic energy circulation in the legs.

Whenever possible, lie down with both your legs up and the heels resting against a cupboard or wall. Make sure that the legs are at a 60-degree angle to your chest. This will help improve the flow of blood towards the heart from the legs. If you can get a greater angle, that’s even better.For more stamina.

ADVICE TO STUDENTS TO GET RID OF OVER EXHAUSTION

Most students are victims of over exhaustion. . Asanas can certainly help especially surya namaskar and shavasana.

But yoga is not just about asanas but also an acquired skill that teaches you to live a full life. For this, you need to look after your body, your mind, your emotions and your lifestyle. All three of you seem eager to improve your memory, concentration and energy level. It is evident that studying and doing well in exams is your priority. But the real secret to a happy life is a balanced strategy. This strategy must include studies as well as leisure time. Only then can you handle the pressure with ease Living in harmony.
A perfect balance between work and play is the key to happiness.

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Featured

Living In Cities

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The cities we reside in have souls. Our cities consume, create, evolve, and breathe much in the same way Mother Nature does. Each city is unique, defined not only by the individuals who call it home but also by the energy it exudes. Some cities are suffused by an aura of unshakable calm while others seem continually frenetic, even during the early morning hours. Many inspire creativity within us or arouse our curiosity. A city’s energy is dependent on many factors, including the geography, the people, the industry, and the culture. Residing in a city full of warehouses and factories feels very different than one living in one populated by artists and museums. Some cities elevate the soul while others seem to squash it, and fate may lead us to either.

If the urban center you presently call home feels oppressive or robs you of your vitality, consider relocating to a locale that is more nurturing. You may find that leaving your city is an impossibility, however, if circumstances in your life compel you to remain or the universe has plans for you that involve your staying put. To cope with the stress of working and playing in an environment you have an aversion to, first ask yourself how the city you live in makes you feel. Then take steps to cleanse your home, your work spaces, and your life of the energy that is dragging you down. Try smudging your personal and professional spaces with sage or sweetgrass to dispel negativity. Keeping a quartz crystal on or near your person can ensure that there is always positive, loving energy nearby that you can draw from when you feel affected by your city. And you can do your part to promote widespread good energy by sending love and white light from your heart out into the city each morning and night.

As you become increasingly aware of the way your city makes you feel, you can refine your cleansing efforts to meet your individual needs. If you seek out others who feel driven to purify your city’s energy flow, your combined efforts can become a larger movement that promotes healing and goodwill. You may find that, after a time, you are gradually drawn to those aspects of your locale that energize you, helping you come back into balance.

Source:Daily Om

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